Public Environmental Humanities University of Stavanger

Overview

At Public Environmental Humanities Master's Program from University of Stavanger discover new ways to understand today’s environmental challenges—not just as scientific or technical problems, but as deeply cultural and historical. Explore how human values, narratives, and systems shape our relationships with the natural world.

You will study topics such as the cultural history of energy, the meaning we give to landscapes, and how museums and heritage institutions can engage the public on climate issues. Throughout the program, you will take part in interactive seminars, do field work, learn to communicate research to the public, carry out independent research, and complete a creative project through a practice placement with a relevant organization.

Career

This Master's degree provides strong research skills and the ability to apply knowledge across professional contexts. Graduates will be prepared for careers that connect the humanities, environmental issues, and public engagement, including

• Government advisor on environmental issues
• Practitioner in environmental NGOs
• Policy consultant
• Cultural and natural heritage manager, curator, or educator
• Historical researcher
• Journalist or communicator (with focus on environmental topics)
• Academic researcher (PhD level in environmental humanities and related fields)